1220 Madison Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10128
1220 Madison Avenue is a 16-story, 98-unit Class A apartment building located in Manhattan's Upper East Side, constructed in 1937 and currently owned by Robert Carbonell. The building has experienced recurring pest issues, most recently evidenced by a rat sighting in June 2025, and multiple pest-related complaints in late 2022, though no violations were found following HPD inspections.
The property has undergone several inspections and permit processes between 2020-2022, revealing multiple cases of work being performed without proper permits, particularly related to a laundry room gas dryer installation in 2020 that resulted in several violations, including improper gas supply installation and missing sprinkler system requirements, though these issues were ultimately resolved. A significant heat/hot water emergency was reported in October 2018, but was promptly addressed according to tenant reports. The building's maintenance history shows regular compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, with most recent filings (2022-2024) indicating zero infested units, though one instance of infestation was reported in 2019.
Multiple inspections between 2010-2025 have generally shown good results for rodent control, with the most recent June 2025 inspection noting rat activity. Several housing maintenance code violations and complaints have been filed over the years, primarily related to plumbing, heating, and pest control issues, though many were resolved without formal violations being issued. The building has undergone routine safety inspections and local law compliance checks, with all recent inspections (2020-2025) showing no violations warranted at the time of inspection, suggesting generally good maintenance of safety systems.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 98 |
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Year built | 1937 |
Total area | 160357 sq ft |
Floors | 16 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | HEREAFTER ERECTED CLASS A |

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- 17 East 88th St, New York, NY 10128
- 19 East 88th St, New York, NY 10128
- 21 East 88th St, New York, NY 10128
- 23 East 88th St, New York, NY 10128
- 25 East 88th St, New York, NY 10128
- 1220 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10128
- 1222 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10128
- 1224 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10128
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